Bajaj Finserv and Bajaj Finance shares jumped following the government’s GST rate reduction on consumer durables like air conditioners and televisions. The GST cut, from 28% to 18%, is anticipated to stimulate retail demand, especially during the festive season. Bajaj Finance is expected to benefit from increased loan disbursals due to more affordable EMIs.
Violent crypto attacks rise as criminals hunt bigger payouts
Physical attacks targeting cryptocurrency holders surged 33% globally in the first half of 2026, with losses soaring to $124 million. France emerged as the epicentre